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Santa Cruz waterfront properties offer buyers the ultimate beachside paradise. Whether you choose a mid-range beach bungalow or a sprawling luxury estate, you'll be able to enjoy the year round sunshine, mild climate and world class surfing right at your own doorstep. This area has served as the beach destination of choice for northern and central California residents for generations. Read more about Santa Cruz waterfront homes for sale.

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Santa Cruz Waterfront Home Statistics

Average Price $3.4M
Lowest Price $999K
Highest Price $8.5M
Total Listings 21
Avg. Price/SQFT $1.5K

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506 W Cliff Dr, SANTA CRUZ

$8,495,000

506 W Cliff Dr, SANTA CRUZ

5 Beds 5 Baths 3,646 SqFt Single Family Residential MLS® # ML82060236

Coldwell Banker Realty 408-515-1362MLSListings Inc Logo

1703 East Cliff Dr, SANTA CRUZ

$6,685,000

1703 East Cliff Dr, SANTA CRUZ

7 Beds 5 Baths 4,754 SqFt Single Family Residential MLS® # ML82058897

Bailey Properties 831-901-2856MLSListings Inc Logo

185 14th Ave, SANTA CRUZ

$5,950,000

↓ $300,000

185 14th Ave, SANTA CRUZ

4 Beds 6 Baths 4,407 SqFt Single Family Residential MLS® # ML82044563

Anderson Christie, Inc. 831-406-1031MLSListings Inc Logo

2974 E Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz

$5,450,000

↓ $200,000

2974 E Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,816 SqFt Single Family Residential MLS® # ML82041622

David Lyng Real Estate 831-345-0503MLSListings Inc Logo

22800 E Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz

$4,999,000

22800 E Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz

6 Beds 6 Baths 3,224 SqFt Single Family Residential MLS® # ML82053611

Room Real Estate 831-234-6683MLSListings Inc Logo

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2302 W Cliff Dr, SANTA CRUZ

$4,600,000

2302 W Cliff Dr, SANTA CRUZ

4 Beds 3 Baths 1,557 SqFt Single Family Residential MLS® # ML82050945

Lighthouse Realty 831-247-7211MLSListings Inc Logo

116 Monterey St, SANTA CRUZ

$4,588,000

↑ $3,100,000

116 Monterey St, SANTA CRUZ

4 Beds 4 Baths 2,586 SqFt Single Family Residential MLS® # ML82047237

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno 831-239-9966MLSListings Inc Logo

175 25th Ave, Santa Cruz

$3,399,000

175 25th Ave, Santa Cruz

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,050 SqFt Single Family Residential MLS® # ML82058730

David Lyng Real Estate 831-227-1344MLSListings Inc Logo

300 Columbia St, SANTA CRUZ

$3,150,000

300 Columbia St, SANTA CRUZ

5 Beds 4 Baths 3,520 SqFt Single Family Residential MLS® # ML82045786

Bailey Properties 831-331-7828MLSListings Inc Logo

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2722-2724 Warren St, SANTA CRUZ

$2,999,000

2722-2724 Warren St, SANTA CRUZ

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,046 SqFt Single Family Residential MLS® # ML82060389

Karon Properties 940-367-4209MLSListings Inc Logo

512 2nd St, SANTA CRUZ

$2,700,000

512 2nd St, SANTA CRUZ

6 Beds 5 Baths 2,957 SqFt Single Family Residential MLS® # ML82043748

Cornerstone Real Estate Services 408-807-5430MLSListings Inc Logo

325 25th Avenue, SANTA CRUZ

$2,700,000

325 25th Avenue, SANTA CRUZ

3 Beds 2 Baths 2,012 SqFt Single Family Residential MLS® # ML82060060

David Lyng Real Estate 831-234-8425MLSListings Inc Logo



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Discover Santa Cruz Waterfront Homes For Sale

There is a great selection of waterfront homes for sale in the Santa Cruz area that serve ideal as rental properties, vacation or stay-cation homes. Nowhere else will you find the same combination of natural beauty, endless beaches, and world class food and wine. Wake up every morning to a sprawling oceanfront view, with panoramas of the ocean reaching out as far as the eye can see. Enjoy beach living at it's finest in your choice of character bungalow or well-appointed luxury home. Regardless, the surf and sand are close at hand in one of these waterfront homes!


Learn more about the different beach communities to help narrow down your search for the perfect, beachfront home!

Main Beach

When the term California beaches comes to mind, an images of the Boardwalk Amusement Park, just off of Main Beach, probably arises. This is an iconic area that is popular with tourists, locals, and athletes alike and has been drawing people to Santa Cruz for over a hundred years.

Pleasure Point Beach

Pleasure Point Beach is a renowned surf location on the northern shores of Monterey Bay. Pleasure Point real estate ranges from smaller beachside homes to large modern luxury mansions. All residents of Pleasure Point Beach enjoy the luxury of being steps away from the surf.

Capitola Beach

Capitola Beach is one of California's prettiest city beaches. It has lovely views of the Monterey Bay, sailboats moored offshore, and an iconic string of colorfully-painted cottages and shops along the water to add a festive touch. The draw of this neighborhood is the proximity to boutiques and high end restaurants.

La Selva Beach

These homes have amazing views that feel like you can see forever. Sunset State Beach is just around the corner and is a beautiful expanse of sea and sand. Spend the afternoon making sandcastles or take part in some of the unique sports such as surf fishing. Watch the sunset atop the wooden stairs or camp on the beach. When you live in a Santa Cruz waterfront home, taking advantage of being so close to the beach is a must! Enjoy fishing, surfing or boogie boarding right at your door. Some of the most stunning ocean views and most luxurious mansions are located right in La Selva Beach.


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